The HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Server is redefining price/performance with the new math for virtualized compute. Powered by the latest AMD ® EPYC® 7xx2 Series Processors, the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 Server offers greater processing power and faster memory speeds upto 2933 MT/s. This 2P, 2U server has been designed with flexibility while delivering a high maximum core count and large memory footprint. Choose this purpose-built platform for virtualization.
Building on HPE ProLiant as the intelligent foundation for hybrid cloud, the refurbished HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 server offers the 2nd generation AMD EPYC 7000 Series processor delivering up to 2X the performance of the prior generation. With up to 128 cores (per 2-socket configuration), 32 DIMMs, and 1 TB memory capacity, as well as support for up to 24 NVMe drives, the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 server delivers low cost virtual machines (VMs) with unprecedented security.
Combined with a better balance of processor cores, memory and I/O makes the HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 the ideal choice for virtualization and memory-intensive workloads.
Flexible Design
The ProLiant DL385 Gen10 server has an adaptable chassis, including the modular drive bays that can be configured with up to 30 SFF, up to 19 LFF or up to 24 NVMe drive options and support for up to 3 double wide and 6 single wide GPU options.
HPE Smart Array S100i Software RAID ships standard for an embedded m.2 boot. In addition, the redesigned HPE Smart Array Essential and Performance RAID Controllers offer performance and flexibility for additional features including the ability to operate in both SAS and HBA mode.
Choice of HPE FlexibleLOM or PCIe standup adapters which offer a choice of networking bandwidth (1GbE to 4x10GbE) and fabric makes it scalable for changing business needs.
The ProLiant DL385 supports a wide range of operating systems making it suitable for most environments.
Base Knowledge
The DL385 Gen10 Rack Server By HPE is a 2 Socket system supporting the 2nd Gen AMD Processors. Mixing of 2 different processor models is NOT allowed. Any processors with greater than 180W will ship with the High-Performance heatsink (P19368-B21). Any processors with greater than 180W will require the High-Performance fan kit (867810-B21). If you’re planning on installing a GPU make sure the Processor is below 166W. All the GPU options are not supported with 166W or higher Processors
The DL385 Gen10 System Board has 2 embedded M.2 Slots. All models come with the S100i Smart Array Controller with embedded software RAID support for the 2 M.2 drive connectors on the system board. HPE Smart Array S100i SR Gen10 SW RAID will operate in UEFI mode only and is off by default and must be enabled. You will have many other options for RAID controllers including the Type-A (AROC) Smart Array controllers that can be paired with the 12Gb SAS Expander (870549-B21) that can hold up to 24 Drives. This SAS Expander must be installed in the primary riser slot 3.
Memory
With up to 32DIMMS on a two-socket configuration. The DL385 can support 16 DIMM slots per processor, 8 channels per processor, and 2 DIMMs per channel. Mixing RDIMM and LRDIMM memory is not supported along with Mixing of x4 & x8 memory is not allowed.
Max Memory Capacity:
- (RDIMM) 2.0 TB 32 x 64 GB RDIMM @ 2933 MHz @1 DPC
- (LRDIMM) 4.0 TB 32 x 128 GB RDIMM @ 2933 MHz @1 DPC
Chassis Types
- 8 SFF with optional Universal Media Bay, and optional SFF or NVMe drive bay options
- 24 SFF bay with an additional 6SFF rear drive bay option to a total of 30 SFF drives
- 8 LFF with Universal Media Bay and with optional 4 LFF mid-plane and optional 3LFF + 2 SFF rear drive bay
- 12 LFF with optional 4 LFF mid-plane and optional 3LFF + 2 SFF rear drive bay to total 19 LFF drives + 2 SFF drives
| Chassis | Storage | Configuration |
| 12 Bay Chassis |
SAS 296.6 TB |
12 + 4 (Mid Tray) + 3 (Rear LFF) |
| 12 Bay Chassis |
SATA 296.6 TB |
12 + 4 (Mid Tray) + 3 (Rear LFF) |
| 12 Bay Chassis |
SATA SSD 67.08 TB |
12 + 4 (Mid Tray) + 3 (Rear LFF) |
| 24 Bay Chassis |
SAS 72.0 TB |
24 + 6 (Rear SFF) |
| 24 Bay Chassis |
SATA 60.0 TB |
24 + 6 (Rear SFF) |
| 24 Bay Chassis |
SAS SSD 459 TB |
24 + 6 (Rear SFF) |
| 24 Bay Chassis |
SATA SSD 230.4 TB |
24 + 6 (Rear SFF) |
| 24 Bay Chassis |
NVMe PCIe SSD 368.64TB |
24 |
Chassis Configurations
| CTO Server [Chassis] |
HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 8 LFF CTO Server |
HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 12 LFF CTO Server |
HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 8 SFF CTO Server |
HPE ProLiant DL385 Gen10 24 SFF CTO Server |
| SKU Number |
878615-B21 |
878614-B21 |
878612-B21 |
878613-B21 |
| Processor |
Not included as standard |
| DIMM Slots |
32-DIMM slots |
| Storage Controller |
Embedded s100i SW RAID for 2 x M.2 SATA support, choice of HP E modular Smart Array and PCIe plug - in controller |
| PCIe |
Three standard in primary riser (with dual M.2 support) |
| Drive Cage - included |
8 LFF |
12 LFF |
8 SFF |
24 SFF |
| Network Controller |
Requires HPE FlexibleLOM or stand up card |
| Fans |
6-Standard |
6-Performance |
4-Standard |
6-Performance |
| Management |
HPE iLO with Intelligent Provisioning (standard), iLO Advances and OneView (optional) |
| USB |
1x 3.0 standard plus iLo front service port |
None as standard |
1x 3.0 standard plus iLo front service port |
1x 3.0 standard plus iLo front service port |
Chassis Storage Upgrades - Click to Open
| CTO Server |
8 SFF |
24 SFF |
8 LFF |
12 LFF |
| Included Drive Cage |
8 SFF SAS/SATA |
3X 8 SFF SAS/SATA |
8 LFF + UMB |
12 LFF Chassis |
| Universal Media Bay |
1 Optional |
Not available |
1 Included |
Not available |
| ODD |
1 Optional with UMB |
Not available |
1 Optional |
Not available |
| 8 SFF Drive Cage |
Up to 2 Optional |
Not available |
Not available |
Not available |
| 8 NVMe/SAS Bay |
Up to 3 Optional |
Not available |
Not available |
Not available |
| 8 NVMe Cage |
Up to 3 Optional |
Not available |
Not available |
Not available |
| 2 SFF SAS/SATA (Front) |
1 Optional with UMB |
Not available |
1 Optional |
Not available |
| 2 SFF SAS/SATA (Rear) |
1 Optional |
1 Optional |
1 Optional |
1 Optional |
| 2 NVMe (FRONT) |
1 Optional with UMB |
Not available |
1 Optional |
Not available |
| 4 LFF Mid-plane |
Not available |
Not available |
1 Optional |
1 Optional |
| 3 LFF Rear |
Not available |
Not available |
1 Optional |
1 Optional |
HPE Smart Storage Controllers
All models come with the S100i Smart Array Controller with embedded software RAID support for the 2 M.2 drive connectors on the system board. Each system can support the Type-A Array RAID on Chip (AROC) Smart Array controllers. By installing an AROC controller you will be saving a PCIe slot. There are also options for the Stand-up PCIe controllers, if they are the performance controllers you will need an energy pack to support them. A minimum of two Gigabytes (2 GB) of server memory is required per adapter.
HPE DL385 Gen10 Plus PCI Risers
There are too many risers with limitations and requirements to put it all here. Please read the Spec Manual for detailed information about each riser.
Riser Information - Click to Open
| Part Number |
Description |
Riser Position |
Bus Width (Gen3 Lanes) |
NVMe Direct Connect |
| Primary |
Secondary |
Tertiary |
Top Slot |
Middle Slot |
Bottom Slot |
Ports |
Drive Count |
| N/A |
This is the default riser in the chassis |
D |
N |
N |
x8 |
x16 |
x8 |
- |
- |
| 870548-B21 |
HPE DL Gen10 x8/x16/x8 Riser Kit |
D |
O |
N |
x8 |
x16 |
x8 |
- |
- |
| 826704-B21 |
HPE DL Gen10 x16/x16 GPU Riser Kit |
O |
O |
N |
0 |
x16 |
x16 |
- |
- |
| 826694-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 x16/x16 Riser Kit |
O |
O |
N |
x16 |
x16 |
0 |
- |
- |
| 867807-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 4-port 8 NVMe Primary SlimSAS Riser |
O |
N |
N |
0 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
8 |
| 867808-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 2-port 4 NVMe SlimSAS Riser |
N |
N |
O |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
4 |
| 873732-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 4-port 8 NVMe Secondary SlimSAS Riser |
N |
O |
N |
0 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
8 |
| 867806-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 x8/x8/x8 1-port 2 NVMe SlimSAS Riser |
N |
O |
N |
x8 |
x8 |
x8 |
1 |
2 |
| 871673-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 x8/x8/x8 1-port 2 NVMe SlimSAS FIO Riser Kit |
O |
N |
N |
x8 |
x8 |
x8 |
1 |
2 |
| 826688-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 2SFF HDD SAS/SATA Riser Kit |
O |
O |
N |
0 |
0 |
x16 |
- |
- |
| 826700-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 x16 Tertiary Riser Kit |
N |
N |
O |
x16 |
0 |
0 |
- |
- |
| 875780-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 2 x8 PCIe Tertiary Riser Kit |
N |
N |
O |
x8 |
x8 |
0 |
- |
- |
| 871674-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 Slot 1/2 x16/x16 FIO Riser Kit |
O |
N |
N |
x16 |
x16 |
0 |
- |
- |
| 871676-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 x16/x16 GPU Slot2/3 FIO Riser Kit |
O |
N |
N |
0 |
x16 |
x16 |
- |
- |
| 826685-B21 |
HPE DL38X Gen10 3LFF
SAS/SATA Riser Kit |
N |
O |
N |
0 |
0 |
0 |
- |
- |
GPU / Workload Accelerator
There are limitations on GPU support with the NVMe bay installed. None of the GPUs are supported on 12 LFF chassis and all of them require a High-Performance Fan Kit (867810-B21) and a High-Performance Heat sink (882098-B21). Max Qty of a Doublewide GPU is 1 per riser. Please the Spec Manual for more details about each GPU supported.
Networking Abilities | FlexibleLOM, Stand-up card
These CTO Rack Servers do not come with the 4x1GB embedded LOM on the system board. You will need to install a FlexibleLOM or a Stand-up PCIe card. There are many to choose from and the DL385 can support up to a 1-port 200GB InfiniBand adapter.
HPE DL385 Gen10 Plus ,Cooling
All CTO servers are Energy Star 2.1 compliant. Depending on the chassis or parts installed the Fan kits will be different. By default, the 12LFF and 24LFF come with 6 high-performance fans, and the 8LFF Chassis comes with 6 standard fans. The last chassis the 8SFF, comes with 4 Standard fans on a 1P configuration and 6 standard fans on a 2P configuration.
The 12 LFF and 24 SFF chassis ship with 6 High-performance fans as standard. The 8LFF chassis ships with 6 standard fans by default. The High-performance fan kits are required for rear drives, Graphics (GPU) cards, 180w Processors SKUs, or NVMe configurations. 1P models ship with 4 standard fans. The second processor option kit contains 2 additional fans for a total of 6 standard fans on a 2P 8SFF Chassis.
The high-Performance fan kit consists of 6 fans and will fill all the fan cages. HPE DL38X Gen10 High-Performance Temperature Fan Kit (867810-B21) is required to support GPU configurations, NVMe configurations, rear drives, and if all Boxes 1, 2, and 3 are populated.
There are 2 different High-Performance Heatsinks kits. Both Heatsink kits - 882098-B21 & P19368-B21 cannot be selected together. There is a 1U High-Performance and 2U High-Performance heatsinks. The 1U High-Performance Heat Sink Kit (P19368-B21) is required for processors above 126W and when 4LFF mid-plane carrier kit (882096-B21) is selected. The second heatsink, the other High-Performance Heatsink Kit (882098-B21) is required for GPU installations and processors above 180W.
HPE DL385 Gen10 Plus Flex Slot your power!
Supports up to 2 power supply units. All power supplies in a server should match. Mixing Power Supplies is not supported.
HPE Flexible Slot (Flex Slot) Power Supplies share a common electrical and physical design that allows for hot plug, tool-less installation into HPE ProLiant Gen10 Performance Servers. Flex Slot power supplies are certified for high-efficiency operation and offer multiple power output options, allowing users to "right-size" a power supply for specific server configurations. This flexibility helps to reduce power waste, lower overall energy costs, and avoid "trapped" power capacity in the data center.
More Info
This system board has 2 dedicated slots for M.2 drives that are supported by the embedded S100i SW RAID. The system also has the option to install the HPE Universal SATA 6G AIC HHHL M.2 SSD Enablement Kit (878783-B21). The last M.2 support is with the uFF drives that are supported on select drive cage upgrades.
The 12LFF Chassis is the only CTO that comes standard with the P816i-a Controller and cable.
All AMD EPYC processors can support up to 2TB of memory each.
4x 1 embedded LOM is not equipped on new boards for 7xx2 series processor
3 POS Cable
HPE DL385 Gen10 Mini SAS 3POS Cable Kit (882100-B21). To maintain SATA compatibility with NVMe connections, the 3 POS cable (882100-B21) must be used as well. None of the ODDs are supported when the 3 POS cable is selected.
HPE DL385 Gen10 Plus Lights Out! iLO - HPE iLO 5 ASIC
